Lauretta Charlton
About Lauretta Charlton
Lauretta Charlton is an experienced editor currently working at The New York Times since 2018. She has held various editorial roles at notable publications including The New Yorker, New York Magazine, and HarperCollins Publishers.
Current Role at The New York Times
Lauretta Charlton has served as an Editor at The New York Times since 2018. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing editorial content, ensuring accuracy, and maintaining the publication's standards. Her position involves collaborating with writers and other editors to produce high-quality journalism. The New York Times is known for its comprehensive news coverage and in-depth analysis, making Charlton's role significant in shaping public discourse.
Previous Experience at The Public Theater
Before her tenure at The New York Times, Charlton worked as the Publicity Manager at The Public Theater from 2012 to 2014. During her time there, she managed publicity campaigns and media relations for various productions. The Public Theater is recognized for its commitment to new works and diverse voices in theater, and Charlton's role contributed to promoting its initiatives within the New York arts community.
Editorial Roles in Media
Charlton has held several editorial positions in notable media organizations. She was an Associate Editor at Complex Media from 2014 to 2015, and an Associate Editor at New York Magazine from 2015 to 2016. Additionally, she served as an Assistant News Editor at The New Yorker from 2016 to 2018. These roles involved curating content, editing articles, and collaborating with writers to enhance the quality of journalism across various platforms.
Educational Background in English Literature
Lauretta Charlton earned her Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in English Literature from the University of San Francisco, completing her studies from 2001 to 2005. This academic background provided her with a strong foundation in literary analysis, writing, and communication, which have been essential skills in her editorial career.
Early Career in Publishing
Charlton began her career in publishing as an Editorial Assistant at HarperCollins Publishers from 2005 to 2007. She then worked as an Editorial Associate at Simon and Schuster for nine months in 2007 to 2008. These early roles involved supporting editorial teams, assisting in manuscript preparation, and gaining insights into the publishing process, which informed her subsequent editorial positions.